Professional Services (PS) Project Co-ordinator

Job Description

Provide administrative support The individual provides project administrative assistance. These activities will include, but not limited to: Project administration all administrative functions related to projectsSchedule management maintaining an up to date project scheduleDocumentation and report preparation collating and preparing all projectrelated documentation and reportsMeeting arrangement and documentation providing general administrativesupport, co- ordination of meetings with a variety of stakeholders, includingvendors and managers and the booking of meeting roomsCost tracking assisting with the monitoring of cost related projects by trackinginvoices and payments in relation to the project budget and monitoring costsagainst the budgetResource allocation assisting with the allocation of project resourcesThird party management - co- ordinate the relationship with third parties for thedelivery of resources and contractors when necessary.Manage project deliveryUnder the guidance of a Project or Senior Project Manager, the PS Project Co- ordinator adheres to and ensures that the project delivers the as- sold solution, remains within baselined budget and is delivered on time, while achieving qualitycriteria and maintaining client satisfaction. This individual will manage delivery of theproject according to the PMI knowledge areas and in line with Dimension Data sPrimer methodology. This includes project scope control and management of changevariations. They also communicate with key stakeholders regarding the status of theirprojects. Project set- up, resources and operations are efficiently managed, possiblywith the assistance of the Project Administrator. The individual is able to liaise withclients and capable of managing several transactional engagements or standard/ co- ordinated projects simultaneously. He/ she is able to co- ordinate the relationship with(third) parties for the delivery of resources and contractors when necessary.Behavioural skillsThe individual has a proactive approach, pays attention to detail, has good verbaland written communication skills and has a client service orientation. PS Project Co- ordinators demonstrate an understanding of the project environment and stakeholderinterests.The PS Project Co- ordinator needs to have a fundamental understanding of businessand project processes, structures and control requirements. The individual has agood understanding of project life cycles, and takes responsibility for all aspects ofthe projects. This individual works towards the achievement of CAPM certification.Key Roles and ResponsibilitiesIn this position you will be required to: 1. Provide project administrative assistance to Project Managers, the PML, Programme Managers and project teams.2. Manage delivery of the project according to the PMI knowledge areas and inline with Dimension Data s Primer methodology.3. Ensure that the project delivers the as- sold solution, while achieving qualitycriteria and maintaining client satisfaction.4. Liaise with clients and ensure client satisfaction.Required Candidate profile DiplomaEntry level qualification in Business or Project ManagementCAPM certification preferableExperience At least 2 5 years working experienceMinimum 2 years project co- ordination / delivery experience, preferably technologyservices environmentProven client engagement experiencePersonal Attributes and Skills RequiredSkills and knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of IT industry environment and businessneedsGood verbal and written communication skillsPossess a fundamental understanding of business and project processes, structuresand control requirementsCompetent in project change managementAttributesAbility to provide project support with limited guidance for multipleprojectsAbility to co- ordinate the relationship with (third) parties for the delivery ofresources and contractors when necessaryAble to liaise with clients and has a service oriented aptitudeCapable of managing several transactional engagements or simple projects simultaneouslyDisplays a proactive approachShows good attention to detailNext career stepsPS Support Project ManagerPS PMO AdministratorWorkforce Scheduler,

Keyskills :
communication skillswritten communicationclient engagementadministrative supportadministrative assistanceproject administrationproject supportreport preparation